Last Updated March 30, 2008  

Life is an incredible journey when we open our minds.  I just finished the Energy Trust Sustainability Expo in Portland, Oregon and I had a great time.  I met lots of new friends including the Sister's On The Fly.  These gals are a hoot!  Each of them has an older travel trailer from the 40's and 50's with nearly none of the comforts of home!  They travel around the country and bring cheer where ever this go!

Marv from the Oregonian was out last week to photograph the second arbor for the REX project; it will be featured in an upcoming issue in the Home and Garden section of the Oregonian newspaper.  The REX project is based on an old house that was torn down, and a new home is being build on the site and all of the material is being re-incorporated into the new home - NO dumpster is onsite.  This is one of the most exciting and rewarding projects that I've had the privilege to work on for quite some time.  Shannon is a designer for HGTV, written a book on decorating and a number of magazine articles.  Check out her website at www.shannonquimby.com for further details! 

Mackie and I appreciate the support of our friends and neighbors with our artwork.  We're proud to be able to support a number of charities with sculptures and donations every year.  In 2008 we are making donations to the Central East Portland Rotary Club, which I'm a member of, the  Schoolhouse Supplies Celebrity Spelling Bee, and CARES northwest.  CARES NORTHWEST in their Ninth Annual Black Tie Bowl-O-Rama.  This charity supports puts abused children through their innovative program.  You can read more on their Website at www.caresnw.org.  Please keep watch for future updates to the charities you assist in supportingds

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It's easy to contact us.  You can email us at joe@cliftonmetalworks.com or give us a ring.  Mackie's phone is 360-521-2722 or you can reach me at 360-521-9314.

Thanks for your ongoing support!

Joe and Mackie Clifton

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